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Pacific Coast Tick

Dermacentor occidentalis
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Summary

Dermacentor occidentalis, commonly known as the Pacific Coast tick, is a species of hard tick found along the western coast of North America. It is known for its distinctive reddish-brown body with white markings and its ability to transmit diseases to both humans and animals. These ticks are commonly found in grassy and wooded areas, where they attach themselves to hosts for blood meals.

Pacific Coast Tick

Dermacentor occidentalis
Local Pest Control

Tags

harmful
bite
pest

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Arachnida
order: Ixodida
family: Ixodidae
genus: Dermacentor

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